Practice How The British Saw Education (6.1) - Civilising the “Native”, Educating the Nation

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Question 1.
Who was William Jones?
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Think about early British efforts to understand India.
Question 2.
What was the aim of the English Education Act of 1835?
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Recall the British perspective on language.
3Question 3.
What was the primary purpose of British education in India?
- To promote local languages
- To civilize the natives
- To strengthen Indian culture
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Consider how the British viewed their role in India.
4Question 4.
True or False: William Jones was critical of Indian culture.
- True
- False
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Remember his contributions in Calcutta.
Question 5.
Examine the long-term effects of British educational policies on contemporary Indian education.
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Consider both the beneficial and detrimental aspects of these policies.
Question 6.
Critically evaluate the role of missionary schools in shaping educational opportunities for girls in India.
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Think about their contribution relative to contemporary gender education issues.

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